Description
Nashville Hot Chicken is a fiery Southern classic that will tantalize your taste buds with its bold flavors and crispy texture. This recipe showcases succulent boneless chicken thighs marinated in rich buttermilk, ensuring each bite is tender and juicy. Coated in a spiced flour mixture and fried to golden perfection, the chicken is then brushed with a signature spicy glaze made from hot sauce and oil, delivering an unforgettable kick of heat. Perfect for casual dinners or lively gatherings, this dish pairs beautifully with tangy pickles and soft white bread for a delightful experience that’s sure to impress your guests. Dive into the world of Nashville Hot Chicken and savor the explosive flavors that make it a beloved favorite!
Ingredients
- Boneless skinless chicken thighs
- Buttermilk
- All-purpose flour
- Cayenne pepper
- Paprika
- Hot sauce
Instructions
- Marinate chicken thighs in buttermilk for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Set up a dredging station with seasoned flour and an egg wash.
- Dredge marinated chicken in egg wash, then coat with seasoned flour.
- Heat oil in a skillet and fry chicken until golden brown (6-8 minutes per side).
- Mix hot sauce with reserved frying oil to create the spicy glaze.
- Brush cooked chicken generously with the glaze before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (170g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 130mg